A wholesaler built around one stockroom problem
Test24 exists because ordering glassware for a science department took too long, cost too much, and broke too easily in transit. So we built a supplier that doesn't.
Our Story
Started with test tubes, built for the whole stockroom
Test24 was founded by Nick Ward to solve a simple, recurring problem: schools and science buyers needed test tubes and basic glassware fast, in bulk, without paying retail markups aimed at hobbyists. What began as a focused wholesale test tube supply has grown into a fuller range of racks, beakers, pipettes and curriculum kits — all held in stock, all priced for trade.
Every decision we make, from which glassware we stock to how we package it for pallet delivery, is made with one buyer in mind: the technician or procurement lead who needs the order to just arrive correctly, on time, and within budget.
What We Stand For
The principles behind every order
Fair Trade Pricing
Wholesale means wholesale — our pricing tiers are built around how buyers actually order, not inflated list prices with a discount bolted on.
Speed You Can Plan Around
Stock held in the UK means a standard order dispatches within 48 hours — no six-week lead times on basic glassware.
Built For Education Buyers
Purchase orders, net terms, and equipment mapped to curriculum requirements — because retail checkouts weren't built for how schools actually buy.
Where We're Headed
Growing the range, one department at a time
Foundation
Wholesale test tubes, done properly
Test24 launches with a focused range of borosilicate test tubes and racks, sold on trade terms to schools and the science sector.
Expansion
Curriculum kits and wider glassware
The range grows to cover beakers, flasks, pipettes and pre-packed kits mapped to GCSE and A-Level practicals.
Now
Trade accounts for trusts & wholesalers
Multi-academy trusts, colleges and science-sector wholesalers order through dedicated trade accounts with tiered bulk pricing.
Let's Talk
Get a quote directly from Nick
Reach out with your equipment list or budget and get a straight answer on pricing and lead time.